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Many seniors experience tooth loss. In fact, one census collected by the American Dental Association found that nearly 57% of people ages 65 – 74 wear either a partial or full denture. However, just because many older individuals require dentures does not mean that this treatment is exclusively for seniors. Let’s talk about why younger people may need dentures and the benefits they can provide.
Reasons for Young Adults to Consider Getting Dentures
Young adults, as well as middle-aged adults, may consider getting dentures for a number of reasons:
- Weak teeth. Due to genetics, some people are predisposed to tooth decay and other conditions that weaken the teeth over time.
- Gum disease. Although gum disease is more common among older people, it can also affect the younger population.
- Trauma. Severe accidents, which might happen in a vehicle or during sports, can cause serious dental damage and tooth loss.
- Poor nutrition. Long-term consumption of a high-sugar, low-nutrient diet could cause severe damage to the teeth.
- Other circumstances. Some recreational drugs are very damaging to dental health. After breaking free of their addiction, many people choose to rebuild their smile with dentures.
Benefits of Dentures for Younger People
Regardless of whether they are in their 20s, 30s, or 40s, young and middle-aged adults may enjoy several benefits from dentures:
- An improved ability to eat a nutritious, delicious diet.
- A beautiful, natural-looking smile (modern dentures are almost identical to real teeth).
- Increased confidence in social situations.
- Clearer speech.
- A more youthful facial shape (because dentures can prevent the cheeks from looking hollow).
It is also important to note that there should never, ever be any shame attached to the wearing of dentures, regardless of a patient’s age. On the contrary, anyone who takes their dental health seriously should be commended!
Denture Options
Often, the best denture choice for younger patients is implant dentures, which are anchored in the jawbone via prosthetic tooth roots. Implant dentures last longer than other types of tooth replacement. Plus, because the implants stimulate the jawbone, they can help it to maintain its shape for many years to come.
Other denture options include:
- Partial dentures — These are great for individuals who still have some healthy or salvageable natural teeth.
- Full dentures — These can replace a full arch of missing teeth.
Tooth loss and poor dental health should not be allowed to control anyone’s life. Dentures can be helpful for adults of all ages!
Meet the Practice
At Ocean Oaks Dental Group of Vero Beach, we are proud to offer top-quality dental prosthetics, including full, partial, and implant dentures. We are picky about details, so we have an in-house laboratory that features state-of-the-art technology. We want every patient to enjoy a healthy, strong, and confident smile! If you have suffered tooth loss and have questions about your tooth replacement options, contact our friendly staff at 772-569-4424.